2001 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Intrepid. (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda Tribute (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Intrepid | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Intrepid | Tribute |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6550 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |